9. Ellen DeGeneres
- Net Worth: $500 million
- Primary Source of Income: TV hosting, comedy, and business ventures.
Ellen DeGeneres became a household name with her daytime talk show, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, which ran for 19 years. Ellen’s wealth comes not only from her TV career but also from her business ventures, including her lifestyle brand ED, real estate investments, and comedy specials. She continues to earn through her various projects, even after her talk show ended in 2022.